HAPPY NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK!

We asked the metro Richmond area to tell us about someone they know that Powers Good around town, and they sure did! Over the past month we have received the names of over 70 people that are making a difference in our community, along with some lovely things people had to say about them. So, if you know any of these awesome people - tell them THANKS! If you are thinking, "so and so should have been on this list" then send them a note or give them a call this week and thank them for making the world better!

Alexandra Hoffman - She brings contagious energy and cheerfulness, and supports her friends when asked to help

Allison Held - An amazing advocate for the Richmond community sharing her skills to benefit those in need.

Amber Ellis - Amber is dedicated to providing a warm, loving environment for foster cats while they wait for their forever home.

Anne-Marie Johnson Leake - Most recently she was at the forefront of the movement to change the name of Byrd Middle School!

Catherine Lukhard - As chair of the Project Captain committee of HandsOn Day in 2015, her skill and ease in training, sense of humor, and attention to detail, all while being unflappable, made the event run so much more smoothly.

Cely Coleman - A caring and supportive advocate and dedicated volunteer willing to share her skills to help our patients!

Chelsea Grandolfo - Chelsea is an amazing volunteer for our organization. She spends her volunteer time entering important program data and creating new reporting systems to name a few. She is always up for a new project and her enthusiasm for volunteering is infectious. Because of Chelsea's hard work, we are able to show our program impact which in turn increases funding to help us serve more people. Thank you Chelsea!

Cole Herring - He volunteers 5 days per week to help the mission of affordable housing because he would rather volunteer than stay at home.

Crista Whitman - Shares her considerable skills and compassion to help patients in real need.

Danny Bottoms - Always ready to work, incredible sense of humor, constantly giving! Danny is a powerhouse and we are lucky to have him.

Dave Erb - Dave uses his great technical skills and Mac knowledge to help local nonprofits like ART 180 do even more good!

Dave Zaras - Dave shares his technical expertise and hands-on skills every time he can to build capacity at local charities.

David Miller - A dedicated volunteer with a truly infectious smile and caring nature.

Robin Seagraves - She is flexible, easygoing, and says yes when needed.

Sarah Lindamood - Sarah is one of the brightest lights. She's enthusiastic, dedicated, mature, engaged, and has a huge heart. We need more of her.

Shelly Arthur - 20 words isn't enough. Shelly is always ready and willing to volunteer and advocate for every patient.

Susan Higgins - Susan Higgins helps educate people about plants. Susan is a great writer and is very passionate, which makes her a wonderful ambassador for our garden. She's written on our Garden Blog about everything from "mulch volcanoes," to the best plants to select for your home garden, to following the fresh produce we grow for FeedMore Inc. to their kitchen, including recipes! You can see all her posts here: http://bit.ly/SusanHiggins

Suzanne Mehfoud - With Suzanne's admin support we can be sure that patients get the right medication at the right time. Life saving!!

Weezie Thompson - A truly caring and supportive person who brings joy to both staff and patients.